1968 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2009 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood would be higher. At 7,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 108 kg more than 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2009 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Cadillac | Land Rover |
| Model | Fleetwood | Defender |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7733 cc | 2402 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2600 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6240 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3810 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 60 L |
